Manchester United held “strong” interest in Douglas Costa over the summer, claims the Brazilian’s agent, but Juventus boss Maurizio Sarri refused to sanction a sale.
The 28-year-old has long been linked with a move to the Premier League and those at Old Trafford.
He is a proven performer at the very highest level and faces fierce competition for places with the reigning Serie A champions.
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United were hoping to see that work in their favour during the most recent transfer window, but Costa could not be prised from the clutches of European rivals in Turin.